The Traitor: A Story of the Fall of the Invisible Empire by Jr. Thomas Dixon
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About this eBook
| Author | Dixon, Thomas, Jr., 1864-1946 |
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| Illustrator | Williams, C. D. (Charles D.), 1875-1954 |
| LoC No. | 07024587 |
| Title | The Traitor: A Story of the Fall of the Invisible Empire |
| Note | Wikipedia page on this work: https: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Traitor_(Dixon_novel) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 82.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Traitor: A Story of the Fall of the Invisible Empire" by Thomas Dixon, Jr. is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set during the period of Reconstruction in the late 19th century and follows John Graham, the ex-chief of the Ku Klux Klan, as he navigates personal vengeance and the political turmoil of his time. The novel delves into themes of power, loyalty, and the complex relationships between its characters as they grapple with their identities and the legacy of the Civil War. The opening of the novel introduces John Graham, whose impending confrontation with Judge Butler, the man responsible for his disbarment, sets the stage for conflict. As Graham prepares to confront the Judge, he is intercepted by Susie Wilson, who urges him to reconsider his actions and reflect on the consequences. This moment underscores Graham’s struggle between his desires for revenge and the moral implications of his choices, while also hinting at the sentimentality and human connections that will further complicate his quest. The character dynamics are further enriched by the backdrop of societal unrest and the Klan’s political decline, creating a compelling narrative filled with tension and dramatic foreshadowing. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Reconstruction (U.S. history, 1865-1877) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 54766 |
| Release Date | May 23, 2017 |
| Most Recently Updated | Feb 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 89 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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